Diabetic foot is a potentially severe consequence of diabetes mellitus that often appears in the form of ulcers or sores on the feet, particularly ones that heal very slowly or not at all.

If you live with diabetes, it’s essential to regularly inspect your feet, between your toes, and along the soles.

Those who have had diabetes for many years, particularly type 1 diabetes, should pay extra attention to their lower limbs.

Feet are far from the heart and often the first to suffer from poor circulation, a common result of long-term diabetes. The condition affects blood flow, reducing the amount of oxygen reaching tissues in the lower body.

Over time, this lack of oxygen and nourishment can cause tissue damage and even necrosis—the death of body tissue.

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